What a privilege! What a Choice!

Take it from an African American Female - Yesterday was such a special day... While excercising my right to vote in the u.s. primary, I not only had the option of choosing a woman, but an African American Male as my democratic candidate for the upcoming 2008 us presidential election. What a thrill... such a thrill i took a picture of my big ole wonka ballot !! Amazing what you can get away with while voting in a church!! There were cookies and tea too. Sweeeeeeet.

Jokes aside, i couldnt help but feel a sense of honor at this task of choosing. I was so aware that it wasnt 'given' as a gift, it was earned by the strife of others who came before me... To my distaste in casual conversation - Alot of folks mention they dont /wont vote because it doesnt make a difference...-to that - I say I know more than one person (still alive) who suffered the discriminations and denial of rights as a way of life. Because that battle was bought and paid for ,i sit where i want on a bus, have my silly fancy car named Cher's door opened by the valet when parking, can refuse to use a public/private restroom because it's dirty, and ultimately have the option of choosing a leader for this country that represents the possibility of changes needed. This legacy privilege was such an honor to carry out. The voting rights act was passed in 1965/... i was born in 1962... To those whom much is afforded, much is expected. Looking forward to November 2008!!